US Wants India ‘By Our Side’ as It Returns to Moon: Sergio Gor

September 7, 2026 3:34 PM

US Wants India ‘By Our Side’ as It Returns to Moon: Sergio Gor

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Monday said the United States wants India “by our side” on the lunar surface as it returns to the Moon, citing NASA’s invitation to ISRO to join its Moon base programme.  “India is a proud signatory of the Artemis Accords, and NASA has officially invited ISRO to join us in the Moon base programme. Make no mistake: we’re going back to the Moon, and we want India by our side on the lunar surface,” Gor said while speaking at the Bengaluru Space Exp...

From the Moon’s South Pole to Human Spaceflight: India’s Journey Towards Space Vision 2047

June 23, 2026 4:55 PM

From the Moon’s South Pole to Human Spaceflight: India’s Journey Towards Space Vision 2047

Over the past 12 years, India's space programme has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a scientific endeavour into a strategic national asset that supports development, strengthens technological self-reliance and expands the country's global influence. Driven by the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047, India has expanded its footprint across space exploration, satellite technology, launch systems, commercialisation and international cooperation. The transforma...